- Position Type:
Support Staff/Paraprofessional
- Date Posted:
5/7/2025
- Location:
Dumas ISD
Primary Purpose:
Support the daily operations of the school library. The ideal candidate will help maintain a welcoming and resource-rich environment that encourages reading, research, and learning for students and staff.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate
Valid Texas educational aide certificate
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics
Ability to work well with children
Ability to communicate effectively
Experience:
Some experience working with children Major Responsibilities and Duties:
- Assist students and teachers in locating, borrowing, and returning books and materials
- Help maintain the library catalog and circulation system
- Shelve returned materials and keep collections organized and accessible
- Support classroom projects by helping locate appropriate research materials
- Supervise student use of the library, ensuring a quiet and respectful atmosphere
- Assist in preparing and promoting reading programs, book fairs, and library events
- Help process new books and materials, including labeling and cataloging
- Perform clerical tasks such as inventory management, overdue notices, and data entry
- Provide basic technical support for computers and audiovisual equipment
- Enforce library and school policies to ensure a safe and productive learning space
Student Management
- Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
- Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.
Other
- Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
- Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
- Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment
Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping
Motion: Moderate walking
Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress